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hat is the time frame for me to get a visa through my sister?
Asked on Mar 15th, 2011 on Immigration - California
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My 2 sisters are U.S. Citizens I know I can apply for a green card through one of them but I would like to know how many years do I have to wait for my green card. Thank you
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When an I-130 petition is filed a Priority Date (PD) is established. When the PD is current the beneficiary of the petition can file for their Green Card through adjustment of status (if in the US and eligible), or apply for an immigrant visa (it outside the US). It will take 12 to 18 years for the PD of a brother/sister of a U.S. Citizen to become current.
Answered on Mar 16th, 2011 at 12:17 PM
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The time frame is 11 years after filing.
Answered on Mar 16th, 2011 at 12:16 PM